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DATE EVENT
DETAILS
October 13 Fairies: Fairy Tales and Nursery
Rhymes
Canberra Theatre
Take your kids and sing-along to nursery rhymes and enjoy magical ballet performances of favourites like Jump
Jump Star and Fairy Ballet. Website: www.canberraticketing.com.au Phone: 6275 2700 Cost: $23
October 15 Arj Barker's Original Style
Bits and Pieces
Canberra Theatre
Comedian Arj Barker is back by popular demand after last year's sell-out season at the Melbourne Comedy
Festival. He is here to give Canberrans a night of laughs, so don't miss out.
Website: www.canberratheatre.org.au Phone: 6275 2700 Cost: $34.90/$39.90
October 17 Canberra International Riesling
Challenge Public Tasting
Albert Hall
The Canberra International Riesling Challenge is becoming one of the most important wine competitions in
Australia. This is a unique opportunity to taste top rieslings from all over the world.
Website: www.rieslingchallenge.com Phone: 6161 4222 Cost: $20
October 17-18 Murrumbateman Field Days
Murrumbateman Recreation Grounds Visit over 400 exhibitors from small area farms in the ACT region with a wide range of goods from farm
machinery to specialty foods. Website: www.mfdays.com Phone: 6227 5895 Cost: $12 Adults, Under 16 free
October 17-18 Canberra Sri Chinmoy Triathlon
Festival
Yarralumla Bay
Athletes and spectators alike, look forward to an action-packed weekend. The triathlon has a children's race,
novice event, sprint and Olympic distances and the Sri Chinmoy Peace Triathlon. All races are open to solo
athletes and relay teams of two or three members.
Website: www.srichinmoyraces.org.au Phone: 6248 0232 Cost: Free
October 21-22 Canberra Symphony Orchestra:
Triumph
Llewellyn Hall, Australian National
University School of Music
Triumph, a world premiere performance, will feature the glorious second symphony of Sibelius, the talented cellist
Emma-Jane Murphy and will be conducted by Chief Conductor Nicholas Milton.
Website: www.cso.org.au Phone: 13 2849 Cost: $42-$62
October 25-30 44th National Left Handed Golf
Championship of Australia
Yowani Country Club
All left-handed golfers, this is the 44th year of this 72-hole championship. It is the perfect opportunity to check
out Canberra's finest golf courses and show-case your talent.
Website: www.nalg-act.org.au Phone: 6242 7969 Cost: $395 for competitors
October 27 Parky: The One-Man Show
Llewellyn Hall, Australian National
University School of Music
Michael Parkinson, the legendary television and radio presenter and award-winning journalist, will be live on
stage. Relive with him the best of his guests and their greatest moments on screen.
Website: www.ticketek.com.au Phone: 132 849 Cost: $89-$139
October 28-
November 8 Canberra International Film
Festival
Dendy Cinemas and National Film and
Sound Archive
Make sure you are in Canberra for this 12-day celebration of film. See an exceptional selection of feature films
and documentaries from around the world plus the best Australian new releases and retrospectives. Passionate
talented filmmakers will be around to share their knowledge so take part in question and answer sessions, hear
panel discussions or take a workshop.
October 30-
November 14 Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
The Courtyard Studio, Canberra
Theatre Centre
This is your chance to see a classic Tennessee Williams play. Get involved in the lives of wealthy Mississippi
plantation owner Big Daddy Pollitt and his family.
Website: www.canberratheatre.org.au Phone: 6275 2700 Cost: $18-$28
October 30-
November 1 Oktoberfest
Budawang Building, Exhibition Park Hosted by Dr. Heinrich Stefanik from Community Radio FM 91.1 you can enjoy music by the Oktoberfest Band:
The Masters, as well as Dirndl competitions, Beer Stein competitions and German Slap Dancing. There will also be
amusements for the kids including face painting and jumping castle.
Phone: 02 6295 9853 Website: www.harmonieclub.com.au Cost: $7-$18
October 31 MIX106 Halloween Party Mix
Galaxy Nightclub
Featuring huge back-lit photographs of super novas and constellations, Galaxy is Canberra's hottest night club.
Dress up and be part of the theme for Halloween because there will be lots of prizes to win.
Website: www.casinocanberra.com.au Phone: 6257 7074 Cost: Cover charges apply
November 3 Solitaire Homes Melbourne Cup
Race Day
Thoroughbred Park
The Solitaire Homes Melbourne Cup Race Day is one of Canberra's biggest outdoor social events. Celebrate the
race that stops the nation in the nation's capital. Book early into one of the many hospitality options, watch a six
race program of Thoroughbred racing, enter the Myer Fashions on the Field competition or view the Melbourne
Cup on the big screen. Excitement is always on track at Thoroughbred Park.
Website: www.thoroughbredpark.com.au Phone: 6241 3888 Cost: Adults $40, Children 12-17 $15, Aged
October 25-30 Sip and Savour
Old Bus Depot Markets
Sip and savour wines from over 20 wineries from the Canberra Region. Buy your favourites and chat about its
production with the makers. Website: www.obdm.com.au Phone: 6239 5306 Cost: Free
November 7 Canberra United vs Brisbane Roar
McKellar Park
Dress yourself in Canberra United green and support the girls taking on the Perth Glory.
Website: www.canberraunited.com.au Phone: 02 6175 7106 Cost: Adults $5, Concession $2, Children under
12 free
Share the city you live in ... Spring 35
Invite your friends and family to Canberra this spring to attend these exciting events and exhibitions